ACT deliver fully accredited, industry-leading asbestos removal and remediation services for organisations of all sizes.
We’ve worked with everyone from global manufacturers and major public institutions to housing associations and local councils, helping them to tackle a wide variety of asbestos management projects.
Whatever your needs, our team of experts deliver exceptional solutions that put safety at the forefront. With widely recognised accreditations and a commitment to compliance in everything we do, you can rest assured you’re getting the best possible service.
Enjoy peace of mind thanks to our fully licensed asbestos removal services. Our expert technicians tackle all aspects of the asbestos removal process to ensure the highest standards of safety with minimum disruption to your business.
If asbestos poses no immediate threat, encapsulation can be a cost-effective alternative to removal. We use advanced encapsulation techniques to deliver the perfect balance of safety and efficiency.
Forget the hassle – let ACT dispose of your asbestos waste in a safe and compliant manner. From collection to transport and disposal, we’ll take care of the entire process in a responsible way.
Liverpool Cathedral isn’t just an instantly recognisable landmark – it’s also the largest religious building in Britain. Unfortunately, it was constructed at a time when the use of asbestos was common.
We were responsible for tackling a challenging asbestos removal project at the Capital Building, one of Liverpool’s most well-known and recognisable city centre buildings.
Complex asbestos encapsulation and removal works throughout Elanco’s high-security manufacturing site in Liverpool.
We’ve provided asbestos removal and abatement services to United Utilities for over nine years.
The works were a critical task for us with a very challenging timeline. With the support of yourself, and the team it has helped us achieve this scope of work ahead of the plan date.
Team LeaderCapital Projects & SPGElanco UK AH Ltd
ACT have always dealt with any issues promptly and are always reliable in an emergency. CGA have been using ACT as our exclusive contractor for asbestos removal and remediation works since 2017 without issue.
Lead Asbestos SurveyorCommunity Gateway Housing Association
Very good firm to work with, friendly and professional at all times. Alternative options always explored to ensure costs do not escalate. Schedule of rates adhered to where applicable with Non-scheduled Items fully explained and agreed when this occurs.
Compliance Team LeaderWirral Borough Council
This was an extensive asbestos removal project within an occupied building. At all times the work was carried out discreetly and in a safe, courteous and cooperative manner. I would have no hesitation in recommending ACT for asbestos removal schemes.
Health and Safety AdvisorLiverpool John Moores University
We can confidently recommend Asbestos Control and Treatment Ltd as a reliable supplier, and experts in the field of asbestos removal and remediation.
Health Safety and Environment Protection Co-ordinatorPremises Management Unit (Building Services)Liverpool City Council
Everyone has been nothing but professional and helpful with providing advice and solutions to carry out the work efficiently while maintaining safety standards.
Site ManagerRegional Building North & ScotlandKier Construction
ACT are proudly based in the North West, with our head office in Liverpool. We have delivered cutting-edge asbestos services for clients across the region, including in:
However, we are a truly national company. Our extensive client base extends across the country, and we’re able to tackle jobs of any size and complexity. We can deliver the asbestos services you need.
In most cases, asbestos cannot be detected by the naked eye. Instead, you’ll need a sample of the material to be taken away and tested in order to definitively indicate asbestos is present.
This is a specialised task, particularly as it may involve disturbing or breaking off part of the material, which can cause asbestos fibres to be released into the air. The material must then be analysed in a laboratory.
To ensure the safety of yourself, your staff and others on the premises, you should contact a professional and fully licensed asbestos surveying service in order to get a sample analysed for asbestos. They will be able to provide you with a definitive answer as to whether asbestos is present, while ensuring you are fully safeguarded from any asbestos exposure.
Asbestos compliance is the process of adhering to the UK’s asbestos management regulations. The principal legislation in this case is the Control of Asbestos Regulations (CAR) 2012.
Under the CAR, the owner of every non-domestic property must take reasonable steps to identify the presence of asbestos, as well as putting an asbestos management plan in place to ensure the safety of anyone who may be exposed to it. This includes any contractors undertaking work on the premises.
An asbestos management plan is a written document that details how you will manage the risk posed by asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) on your premises.
Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, the owners of all non-domestic buildings must possess an asbestos management plan. Failure to do so can lead to substantial fines or even imprisonment.
Your asbestos management plan should contain key information related to the management of asbestos on your premises. This includes an up-to-date report of the location and condition of any ACMs, and any arrangements to ensure these are not disturbed.
Complying with asbestos legislation – particularly the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 – can be a challenging and time-consuming task.
However, the risks of failing to do so are severe. Failing to produce and follow an asbestos management plan could result in a fine of up to £20,000 or up to twelve months imprisonment. For a serious breach of the regulations, you could face an unlimited fine and/or two years imprisonment.
It’s also worth stressing that your failure to comply with asbestos regulations could lead to serious health consequences for yourself, your staff and any members of the public who visit your premises. And while this is certainly something to be avoided for its own sake, it may also lead to further legal and financial liabilities in the future.
Managing the risks posed by asbestos is a complex process. Depending on the size of your premises, the quantity and condition of asbestos that is present, and your plans to conduct refurbishments or other improvements, ensuring that you and your staff are kept safe can be a significant challenge.
Asbestos consultancy is the process of advising organisations on how best to tackle these challenges. It can cover everything from conducting surveys in order to identify asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) and advising on whether removal or encapsulation is the better option to delivering a comprehensive removal and disposal service.
For larger businesses managing multiple sites, in particular, asbestos consultancy services can be essential to ensure the safety of their staff and to stay compliant with asbestos regulations. But even smaller firms have a legal requirement to manage the risks of asbestos, and the advice of an experienced asbestos consultant can be hugely beneficial.
While asbestos is now recognised as a highly toxic substance that can cause significant and even fatal health issues, it does not always need to be removed.
If the asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) are undamaged and not in a location that is likely to be disturbed, it may be preferable to leave them in place. However, this will require ongoing monitoring to ensure they do not deteriorate, as well as to prevent unintended exposure if you undertake any refurbishments.
Another alternative to removal is asbestos encapsulation. This involves sealing the asbestos away to ensure that any asbestos fibres do not become airborne and pose a health risk. This can be a less invasive and more cost-effective approach.
We understand that any disruption to your business can have a significant impact, adding to the overall cost of any asbestos removal or remediation work. Nevertheless, safety is the most important concern – failure to take proper precautions can lead to both serious health impacts and potential legal repercussions.
At ACT, we approach each project with the aim of minimising disruption as far as possible without compromising on safety. Depending on the location and the quantity of asbestos that needs to be removed, it may be possible to seal off the work area from the rest of the premises. As a result, you may be able to continue your operations throughout the process.
We always do our utmost to contain the impact of the work and ensure your business can remain at least partially operational throughout. We will work directly with your organisation to develop a plan that results in minimal disruption while still putting safety at the forefront.
Yes, ACT hold a full three-year licence from the Health and Safety Executive for undertaking asbestos removal, as well as an Environment Agency licence for the disposal of all forms of hazardous waste. As a result, we are fully approved for undertaking a wide range of asbestos services.
Here at ACT, we like to go above and beyond when it comes to delivering a safe and compliant service. We provide task-specific training for our staff in excess of the legal health and safety requirements, and we’re committed to the continuous improvement of our health and safety processes.
With that in mind, we work with both an internal health and safety manager and an external health and safety consultant to assess and improve our policies on an ongoing basis. We are also ISO 45001 accredited for health and safety management, which requires us to be assessed by a third-party accreditation body.